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I'm still using a 2006 macbook, I spent a couple hundred dollars over the years replacing a hard drive and moving up to 2x2GB RAM so it's got a bit more zip than it did to start.

When it comes time to replace this thing, if Apple haven't made hardware upgrades impossible by then (I hear they're now soldering RAM in to prevent replacements on some models) then I'll probably move to a macbook pro or think about whatever desktop they're offering at that point.

If they do.. well I guess I'll be looking at heading back to Windows, I can't be bothered with Linux these days. Too much upkeep and manual configuration.

dbr wrote:I'm still using a 2006 macbook, I spent a couple hundred dollars over the years replacing a hard drive and moving up to 2x2GB RAM so it's got a bit more zip than it did to start.

When it comes time to replace this thing, if Apple haven't made hardware upgrades impossible by then (I hear they're now soldering RAM in to prevent replacements on some models) then I'll probably move to a macbook pro or think about whatever desktop they're offering at that point.

If they do.. well I guess I'll be looking at heading back to Windows, I can't be bothered with Linux these days. Too much upkeep and manual configuration.

I got me one of those too, 2006 blew out and replaced the hard drive and upped the RAM at the same time.
other than that though, 6 years of trouble free mileage. the only complaint i got is that the plastic on the keyboard discoloured almost immediately upon purchase. something to do with the formula used or somesuch...Apple will replace the case for free as its a manufacturing error but they want me to leave it with them for 3-4 weeks....just cant go that long disconnected to the net and the world

dbr wrote:I'm still using a 2006 macbook, I spent a couple hundred dollars over the years replacing a hard drive and moving up to 2x2GB RAM so it's got a bit more zip than it did to start.

When it comes time to replace this thing, if Apple haven't made hardware upgrades impossible by then (I hear they're now soldering RAM in to prevent replacements on some models) then I'll probably move to a macbook pro or think about whatever desktop they're offering at that point.

If they do.. well I guess I'll be looking at heading back to Windows, I can't be bothered with Linux these days. Too much upkeep and manual configuration.

I got me one of those too, 2006 blew out and replaced the hard drive and upped the RAM at the same time.
other than that though, 6 years of trouble free mileage. the only complaint i got is that the plastic on the keyboard discoloured almost immediately upon purchase. something to do with the formula used or somesuch...Apple will replace the case for free as its a manufacturing error but they want me to leave it with them for 3-4 weeks....just cant go that long disconnected to the net and the world

Shoulda got the black one.

That being said, six years of wear and tear.. I wouldn't mind getting the case replaced on Apple's dime at this point.

Doc is a Christian Free Enterprise Capitalist, He'll grant you free access to the market but will want compensation for the intellectual rights, however, in the end he will forgive you if you're a little late with the rent, but..dont forget...he is a protestant so its hate the sin not the sinner, and tolerance will only go so far...